ASTHMA, CONDITION OF THE WEEK & T3 VERTEBRAE OF THE WEEK

RECIPE OF THE DAY: GREEK STYLE SPAGHETTI SQUASH

Ingredients

1 spaghetti squash, halved and seeded

2 tbl coconut oil

1 onion, diced

1 clove garlic

1 can diced tomatoes

¾ cup crumbled feta cheese

3 tbl sliced black olives

2 tbl chopped fresh basil

Instructions

1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a baking sheet.

2) Place spaghetti squash with cut sides down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a sharp knife can be inserted with only a little resistance. Remove squash from oven and set aside to cool.

3) Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in oil until tender. Add garlic. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and cook until tomatoes are warmed through.

4) Use a large spoon to scoop the stringy pulp from the squash and place in a medium bowl. Toss with the vegetables, feta, olives and basil. Serve warm.

Condition Of the Week From Your Chiropractor: Asthma

Who do you know with Asthma? Asthma is a chronic lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways. It causes recurring periods of wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath and coughing. Chiropractic is not a treatment for asthma. 

However, many people with asthma report improvement after receiving chiropractic care. Why?

1. The lungs and diaphragm (the muscle used for breathing) are controlled by your nervous system.

2. Nerves that control these areas leave the brain, travel down the spinal cord and exit the mid-cervical (neck) and thoracic regions of the spine.

3. Subluxations (misalignments of spinal bones that irritate nerves) in these areas of the spine can interfere with nerve supply to the lungs causing the lungs to function abnormally.

4. A chiropractor would correct the subluxations, restoring proper nerve supply to the lungs, allowing the lungs to function optimally.

A study published in the Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research documented the results of 81 children with asthma who received chiropractic care. The two month study revealed that those under chiropractic care who reported asthma attacks before the study, saw a 45% decrease in the number of attacks, and that 31% of the subjects voluntarily chose to decrease their medication. All this occurred because of improved nervous system control of the lungs.

Dr. Matthew Fiebelkorn is a Stillwater Chiropractor who teaches, speaks, and writes about wellness and health issues for adults and children and on improving their quality of life through healthier lifestyle choices.  For more information on Dr. Fiebelkorn, visit his web site. Or Call Today (651)300-0150!

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STILLWATER CHIROPRACTIC VIDEO: EAR INFECTIONS, CONDITION OF THE WEEK & T2, VERTEBRAE OF THE WEEK

8 TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR BACK HEALTHY & HAPPY

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Back pain is one of the most common reasons for missed work. In fact, the American Chiropractic Associate says back pain is the second most common reason for visits to the doctor’s office. So why live with it? We’ve got your back! Listed below are eight simple ways to keep your spine feeling happy.

1. Maintain good posture

2. Remember not to overload your backpack or purse

3. Exercise regularly

4. Stretch your legs and back after sitting for long periods of time

5. Sleep on your back or side, avoid sleeping on your stomach

6. Keep the phone out of the crick of your neck

7. Adopt a healthy diet

8. Have your spine checked by a chiropractic professional


Here’s to a Healthy You!

Chiropractic Condition Of the Week: Disc Bulge/Herniation

This week we will be talking about Disc Bulge and Herniation. Bulging or herniated discs can appear in the Neck, Low Back, Middle & Upper Back. Located between the vertebrae of your spine are 23 discs, which act as a spacer and shock absorber. These discs have soft, gel-like centers surrounded by layers of fibrous tissues. Sometimes, due to an injury or just aging, the material in the middle of the disc pushes to one side or even ruptures. This is called a bulging or herniated disc.

The following Strategies may help you reduce your chance of having a herniated disk: Chiropractic Adjustments. Practice good posture-standing and sitting straight, keeping your back straight when lifting. Maintain a healthy weight. Exercise regularly. Ask your chiropractor about exercises to strengthen your back and stomach. Steer away from wear high-heeled shoes. If you sit, get out of your chair every 20 to 25 minutes and walk for several minutes.

Chiropractic care works on correcting misaligned or out-of-place vertebrae and can remove the pressure placed on the nerve endings that line the surface of the joint and course through the space between the joints, reducing pain and improving flexibility and function. Your local chiropractor can advise you further on proper treatment.

Dr. Matthew Fiebelkorn is a Stillwater Chiropractor who teaches, speaks, and writes about wellness and health issues for adults and children and on improving their quality of life through healthier lifestyle choices.  For more information on Dr. Fiebelkorn, visit his web site. Or Call Today (651)300-0150!

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Common Chiropractic Questions: Is My Neck Pain Serious?

Is my neck pain serious? A question many people often wonder when they continue to notice variations of pain in their neck.  For instance, recurring episodes of stiff neck often indicated the early stages of joint or disc degeneration.

Symptoms can tell a lot about how serious your neck pain is. Listed below are different symptoms you may experience with your neck and what they mean.

A neck that is relatively pain-free in the morning and worsens as the day goes on frequently indicates strain, fatigue or muscular weakness.  A neck that is stiff and painful in the morning and feels better as the day goes on may indicate underlying disease such as arthritis.  Neck pain that is aggravated by coughing or sneezing may indicate serious disc involvement.  Dizziness, light-headedness, or pain that develops when the head is turned or elevated is strong evidence of a neck problem.

Is it more than just neck pain?  Follow this test to help measure the severity of neck pain, check all that apply:

Recurring stiff neck

Constant pain in the neck, face, ears or scalp

Frequent headaches

Recurring pain in the shoulder or arm

Numbness or tingling in the hands or fingers

Difficulty breathing

Chest Pains

Dizziness

If you checked any of the above you may have the symptoms of a serious neck problem.  Please contact your local HealthSource doctor for a consultation before the symptoms progress into a serious problem.

Dr. Matthew Fiebelkorn is a Stillwater Chiropractor who teaches, speaks, and writes about wellness and health issues for adults and children and on improving their quality of life through healthier lifestyle choices.  For more information on Dr. Fiebelkorn, visit his web site. Or Call Today (651)300-0150!

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